This is my first hide (about time, after over 1500 finds!) and if plans go well, will be part of a mini series.
The cache celebrates magnificent local trees. Living in inner Melbourne, there are not many gardens that have space for larger trees. So those placed along the railway lines are very useful for shade, noise reduction, providing a natural habitat for wildlife and for the beauty of the neighbourhood.
The importance of local railway trees to the whole community was highlighted in mid 2020 when a magnificent 100 year old river red gum by Newmarket Station was listed for felling. Significant community pressure saved 'Big Red'. It made people realise such trees cannot be taken for granted.
This cache is placed in a line of tea trees. These are part of the Melaleuca genus of nearly 300 species of plants in the myrtle family and are an important food source for insects, birds and mammals. Tea tree oil can also be extracted from them, used for many health purposes. Take time to view the whole line of beautiful trees.
Although this is a micro, it's in a larger outer container. You'll know why when you find it!